The latest news for National Skills Week
NSW Launch- Panel discussion : The critical role of VET teachers in the provision of quality training,
- September 4th, 2023
Includes an introduction by Paul Nicolaou- Executive Director Business Sydney on the critical role of VET teachers in the provision of quality training, and the introduction of the segment to showcase some of our teachers across the sector: TAFE NSW, private, Schools, Community and ACE. Panelist include: Casey Fox -NSW Vocational Student of the Year...
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NSW Launch: Key Note Address: The Hon. Prue Car MP
- September 4th, 2023
The Hon. Prue Car MP , Deputy Premier, Minister for Education and Early Learning, Minister for Western Sydney, and Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education delivered the keynote address at the NSW launch of National Skills Week The launch of National Skills Week was in partnership with Training Services NSW. Thank you to...
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NSW Launch of National Skills Week – Highlights Video
- September 4th, 2023
The launch of National Skills Week was in partnership with Training Services NSW. Thank you to Business Sydney for your contribution and support for the event.
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Exploring the World of SBAT programs from School through to Full Apprenticeship and Beyond
- September 4th, 2023
A panel interview with key participants in the SBAT program in NSW was held as part of National Skills Week NSW launch. Paul Nicolaou was the moderator and the following people provided insights and commentary on their experiences with the SBAT program. Madelyn Hurkett- Employer at Bambinos Sarah Stokes- Parent of Kaitlin Chris Davis-...
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Interview with Richard Lindsay- 2022 Australian Training Awards VET Teacher / Trainer of the year
- September 4th, 2023
The great part of VET Teaching is staying connected to the industry, seeing where the current trends are and filter that through to the apprentices as they are undergoing training”
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Interview with Caitlyn Cox- Komatsu Australia on her Apprenticeship- women in trades
- September 4th, 2023
“I enjoyed every moment of my apprenticeship. i have enjoyed the experiences it has given me, the certificate , the trade and this whole community I am now part of”
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A traineeship perspective- Kimberley Ward, Komatsu Australia- mature aged traineeship
- September 4th, 2023
“I wanted to help my customer a lot more than as an admin- I wanted to help them start to finish”
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Interview with Paul Clancy on his mature aged traineeship- Komatsu Australia
- September 4th, 2023
“When I went into my apprenticeship, I was looking for a career and developing and growing on the skills that I had already attained…. and a bit of recognition”
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Interview with Natasha Markham and Ann- Maree Mulders -Year 13
- September 4th, 2023
” The VET sector is of huge interest to young people. There is definitely a shift in sediment and we are really looking into that”
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Victorian National Skills Week Launch 2023- 25 August 2023
- August 29th, 2023
The Victorian National Skills Week launch was held in Conjunction with the official opening of the new Monash College Docklands Campus and their Future Skills Division on Friday 25 August The program hosted by Monash College included the Keynote Address and remarks from by the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Councillor Sally Capp...
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Interview Channel 9 Today with Minister Brendan O’Connor: Worker shortages in key industries opening doors for vocational trainees
- August 29th, 2023
Worker shortages “across the economy” could open up new opportunities for Australians young and old, with the government urging people to consider vocational education to fill crucial skills gaps. Skills and Training Minister Brendan O’Connor said the demand for workers had probably increased due to the pandemic. “Wherever you look, professions and trades, every sector has...
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Interview : ABC Radio Queensland interview with Jennah Halley – Air Conditioning & Refrigeration , 2022 QLD Apprentice of the Year Australian and Apprentice of the year at Australian Training Awards
- August 29th, 2023
Interview on ABC Radio Queensland Jennah’s training journey started when her brother, also a refrigeration technician, asked her to help out a few hours a week. From there, Jennah grew a keen interest in the industry and, with the completion of her Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration in 2021, she is believed to...
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Queensland Launch 2023 – photo gallery
- August 24th, 2023
The Queensland Launch of National Skills Week occurred on Wednesday 23 August at Queensland Parliament House. The program included A Key Note Address by The Hon. Dianne Farmer, Minister for Employment and Small Business, Minister for Training and Skills Development and Minister for Youth Justice Brian Wexham, Chair National Skills Week and CEO SkillsOne Television...
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NSW Launch of National Skills Week 2023
- August 24th, 2023
The NSW Launch of National Skills Week was held on Tuesday 22 August At NSW Parliament house. Huge turnout representing a wide diversity of supporters and partners from all sectors of the community. A collaboration between SkillsOne, Training Services NSW and Business Sydney that showcased and reflected the strength of all sectors working together to...
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